Bird deterrent spikes, nets & gels
Certain birds pose health and safety risks, especially around food sites. Droppings are acidic and can damage buildings, while nesting can block gutters or vents. We provide bird-proofing solutions including netting, spikes, and humane deterrents.
Sick of cleaning up bird droppings every day?
Can bird droppings really be dangerous?
Will DIY bird spikes and plastic owls keep pigeons away?
What happens if you ignore a bird problem on your property?
Our way. The right way.
Investigate
We start with a detailed survey of your building, checking roofs, ledges, signs, balconies and gutters for roosting birds, nesting sites and the extent of droppings and damage.
Protect
Your Pestpatrol technician will design a humane bird control plan, using a combination of bird nets, stainless steel spikes and eco friendly, animal safe bird gel on key ledges and structures.
Fortify
We help keep birds away long term by securing new proofing, advising on repairs to damaged areas and suggesting changes that make your building less attractive for roosting and nesting.
Keep watch
We explain what to look out for, such as fresh droppings or new roosting spots, and ask you to contact Pestpatrol if you notice birds returning so we can review and adjust the proofing if needed.
Report
After each visit you receive a clear written report detailing the bird activity found, the nets, spikes and gels installed, and any recommendations to keep the area clean and protected.
Follow up
Where required we schedule follow up visits to inspect the proofing, carry out any adjustments and make sure your bird problem stays under control.
Frequently asked questions
Birds such as pigeons and gulls do far more than leave an eyesore. Their droppings can carry a range of bacteria, fungi and other pathogens linked to respiratory illness and infections, and the acidic guano can corrode stone, metal and paintwork over time.
When bird droppings dry out they turn to dust; if this is disturbed and breathed in, it can expose people to diseases such as histoplasmosis, psittacosis and other respiratory infections, particularly in enclosed or poorly ventilated areas.
You can buy DIY kits, but badly installed spikes or nets can be ineffective, look ugly and even create welfare issues if birds become trapped. Professionals make sure systems are fitted correctly, safe for the public, humane for the birds and compliant with UK wildlife law.
Yes. Quality bird spikes and netting are legal in the UK and are recommended by industry bodies as humane proofing methods because they simply prevent birds from landing or nesting on treated areas without harming them.
Urban birds are drawn to buildings that offer easy food, sheltered ledges and undisturbed nesting spots. Once a flock settles, droppings, blocked gutters and nesting material quickly build up, and more birds are attracted to the same safe site.
For small, occasional issues a one off clean might be enough, but persistent roosting or nesting usually needs proper proofing. Professional bird control protects staff, customers and residents from health risks, prevents long term damage to the building fabric and avoids accidental breaches of wildlife protection laws.
Costs depend on the size and height of the building, how many areas need protecting and whether there is heavy guano to clean first. Pestpatrol provides a site survey and clear, itemised quote so you know exactly what work will be done and what it will cost before you commit.
Quality nets and stainless steel spikes are designed to be long term solutions, often lasting many years when installed and maintained correctly, while bird gel usually needs periodic inspection and topping up. During your survey, Pestpatrol will explain the expected lifespan of each system on your particular building.